Ace Bourke

Co-owner of Christian the lion. He bought Christian as a cub from Harrods in London in the 60s and later released him to his natural habitat in Africa.

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Aug 5, 2025 • 52min

20th Anniversary Collection: A lion named Christian, and the men who loved him

Ace Bourke and John Rendall share their enchanting journey of adopting Christian the lion from Harrods in the 60s. They fondly recount the challenges of raising him in a Chelsea flat and the heartwarming bond they formed. Their adventure takes a poignant turn as they discuss Christian's remarkable transition back to the wild and their emotional reunion years later. The duo also reflects on the legacy of conservation inspired by Christian, shedding light on ongoing efforts to protect lions in the wild today.

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